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Victorian Albert Necklace

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace Chain
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace Chain

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace Chain

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This delightful 9ct gold chain has simple and decorative links and a dog clip to fasten. It could be used as an albert, necklace or wrapped around your wrist to make a bracelet! Len...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Curb Link Victorian Circa 1880
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Curb Link Victorian Circa 1880

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Curb Link Victorian Circa 1880

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Victorian Albert chain that was previously used as a pocket watch chain.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 9ct Albert Chain, c.1900s
Victorian 9ct Albert Chain, c.1900s

Victorian 9ct Albert Chain, c.1900s

Located in London, GB

This Albert chain, dates back to the Victorian era. It features graduating links crafted from 9 carat rose gold and weighs 26.6 grams. Each gold link is individually hallmarked, and ...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar
Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This delightful 9ct rose gold chain has simple links and two dog clips to fasten. It could be used as an albert, necklace or wrapped around your wrist to make a bracelet! Length: 41...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar
Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This delightful 9ct rose gold chain has simple links and a dog clip and bolt clasp to fasten. It could be used as an albert, necklace or wrapped around your wrist to make a bracelet!...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 15ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s
Victorian 15ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Victorian 15ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Located in London, GB

Dating back to the Victorian era, this traditional albert chain necklace has been crafted from rare 15 carat yellow gold.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Albert Chain Necklace 2 Dog Clips White Gold Filled Fancy Link T Bar
Victorian Albert Chain Necklace 2 Dog Clips White Gold Filled Fancy Link T Bar

Victorian Albert Chain Necklace 2 Dog Clips White Gold Filled Fancy Link T Bar

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FANCY LINK ALBERT CHAIN NECKLACE IN WHITE GOLD FILLED WITH TWO FABULOUS DOG CLIPS INCLUDING A VERY LARGE DOG CLIP BALE AND A LARGE TROMBONE T BAR.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold-filled

Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s
Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Located in London, GB

This original Albert chain dates back to the 1900s. The 15″ chain features graduating links, from 8.3mm at its thickest to 2.7mm at its thinnest. Crafted from 9 carat rose gold, the ...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Antique Albert Chain, circa 1900's
Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Antique Albert Chain, circa 1900's

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Antique Albert Chain, circa 1900's

Located in London, GB

The classic design of this wonderful antique Albert chain and the warm tone of the 9 carat rose gold make it a timeless accessory to complement any attire. The chain denotes fantast...

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20th Century English Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

English Double Albert 42g Gold Watch Chain Necklace E.W&S T-Bar Sydenham Bros.
English Double Albert 42g Gold Watch Chain Necklace E.W&S T-Bar Sydenham Bros.

English Double Albert 42g Gold Watch Chain Necklace E.W&S T-Bar Sydenham Bros.

Located in New York, NY

Victorian English Antique 9ct Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain – 42 Grams – Fully Hallmarked – Edward W.

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9 Carat Rose Gold Graduated Albert Chain With Two 'Dog' Clasps
Antique 9 Carat Rose Gold Graduated Albert Chain With Two 'Dog' Clasps

Antique 9 Carat Rose Gold Graduated Albert Chain With Two 'Dog' Clasps

Located in London, GB

We date the chain to the late Victorian or early Edwardian era, identifiable by the intricacy of the chain.

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Chester Hallmarked 1885 18 1/2 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Chester Hallmarked 1885 18 1/2 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Chester Hallmarked 1885 18 1/2 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Chester 1885 Makers Mark S S Introducing a remarkable 9ct rose gold Victorian Albert chain, originally utilised as a pocket...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Fancy Albert or Necklace
Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Fancy Albert or Necklace

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Fancy Albert or Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous chain is made up of a faceted belcher link. There is a dog clip for fastening and a t-bar. Length: 33cm Width: 8-4.5mm Weight: 21.8g

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Antique 1880s British Victorian More Bracelets

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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

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Antique Victorian Albert Chain 9 Carat Rose Gold Link Necklace, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Albert Chain 9 Carat Rose Gold Link Necklace, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Albert Chain 9 Carat Rose Gold Link Necklace, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This beautiful Antique Victorian Albert chain necklace has been lovingly crafted in 9ct Rose Gold and features a decorative T bar.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Double Albert Necklace Dartboard Medal 18 Carat Gold on Silver
Antique Victorian Double Albert Necklace Dartboard Medal 18 Carat Gold on Silver

Antique Victorian Double Albert Necklace Dartboard Medal 18 Carat Gold on Silver

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This grand antique Victorian double albert chain is crafted in Sterling Silver and gilded in 18ct Yellow Gold. Every link in the chain, the clasp, T-bar and medallion are stamped wit...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique 18ct Rose Gold Large Albert Swivel Dog Clip Clasp 750 Purity
Antique 18ct Rose Gold Large Albert Swivel Dog Clip Clasp 750 Purity

Antique 18ct Rose Gold Large Albert Swivel Dog Clip Clasp 750 Purity

Located in Camelford, GB

If you have landed on this page then you have an eye for beauty. On offer is this gorgeous 18CT ROSE GOLD LARGER SIZE ANTIQUE SWIVEL CLASP DETAILS Material: 18ct 750/000 Rose Gold...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This albert is the perfect item for a gents wardrobe or could even be used as a necklace. The chain has a dog clip at one, a loop on the other end and at the centre there is a t-bar....

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This albert is the perfect item for a gents wardrobe or would make a great necklace! The chain has a dog clip on one end, bolt clip on the other and at the centre there is a t-bar on...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This albertina is the perfect item for a gents wardrobe or could even be used as a necklace. The chain has a dog clip either end and at the centre there is a t-bar. Length: 14.5inc...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This albertina is the perfect item for a gents wardrobe or could even be used as a necklace. The chain has a dog clip either end and at the centre there is a t-bar. Length: 44.5cm ...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace
Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This albertina is the perfect item for a gents wardrobe or could even be used as a necklace. The chain has a dog clip either end and at the centre there is a t-chain and extra loop. ...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Victorian 9ct Albert Chain
Victorian 9ct Albert Chain

Victorian 9ct Albert Chain

Located in London, GB

This Albert chain, dates back to the Victorian era. It features graduating links crafted from 9 carat rose gold and weighs 58.4 grams. Each gold link is individually hallmarked, and ...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albert

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This albert is the perfect item for a gents wardrobe. The chain has a dog clip on one end and at the centre there is a t-bar on a loop that slides. Each link is hallmarked. Length:...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace

Located in Brighton, GB

This beautiful Victorian 9ct rose gold Albert watch chain necklace is a stunning piece of jewellery that exudes elegance and sophistication.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Prince Albert Chain
Victorian Sterling Silver Prince Albert Chain

Victorian Sterling Silver Prince Albert Chain

Located in Stamford, CT

Victorian Prince Albert Chain in Sterling has interesting links that vary in size and direction.

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Antique 1850s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gold Albert Chain Necklace
Antique Gold Albert Chain Necklace

Antique Gold Albert Chain Necklace

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W 0.44 in L 16.54 in

Antique Gold Albert Chain Necklace

Located in London, GB

An antique gold Albert chain, with three dimensional long oval and barrel shaped links. This can be converted to a necklace, Circa 1870.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar
Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar

Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This delightful 9ct rose gold chain has fancy links and two dog clips to fasten. It could be used as an albert, necklace or wrapped around your wrist to make a bracelet! Length: 42c...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, Rose Gold

9ct Rose Gold Victorian Fancy Trombone Fetter Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
9ct Rose Gold Victorian Fancy Trombone Fetter Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace

9ct Rose Gold Victorian Fancy Trombone Fetter Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Chester 1888 This exquisite Victorian-era Albert chain is a true masterpiece crafted from 9ct rose gold. It boasts long trom...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Double Graduated Curb Link Albert Chain Necklace
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Double Graduated Curb Link Albert Chain Necklace

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Double Graduated Curb Link Albert Chain Necklace

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Makers Mark H B & S This is a stunning Victorian-era Albert chain, crafted from 9ct rose gold and featuring a double gradua...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 18ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1880s
Victorian 18ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1880s

Victorian 18ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

This wonderful Albert chain, dates to the 1880s and features a rare trombone linked design in 18 carat yellow gold. Weighing 54 grams this beautiful example of an Albert chain is 17....

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 18ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s
Victorian 18ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Victorian 18ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Located in London, GB

This rare Albert chain, dates to the 1900s and features gently graduating links of solid 18 carat yellow gold. Its rarity stems from the unusual use of 18 carat gold, the majority of...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 9ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s
Victorian 9ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Victorian 9ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Located in London, GB

This rare Albert chain, dating to the 1900s, features gently graduating links made of solid 9 carat gold. Each gold link is individually hallmarked, and ends in a solid gold bar. Thi...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain
Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain

Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain

Located in NEWARK, GB

A handsome antique, Victorian era sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain. Lovely chunky silver, graduated curb links with dog clip fasteners to each end, one is a later sheet b...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Silver, Brass

Victorian 9 Carat Albert Chain, Hallmarked, 1908
Victorian 9 Carat Albert Chain, Hallmarked, 1908

Victorian 9 Carat Albert Chain, Hallmarked, 1908

Located in London, GB

This unique Albert chain is hallmarked 1908. A rare piece of history this piece is crafted from 9 carat rose gold and features a shield pendant hanging at the neck. Each link of the ...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Albert Chain
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Albert Chain

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Albert Chain

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Fabulous Victorian Albert Chain Classic Curb Link (Links Approx 4.5mm) Stamped 9 & 375 on Each & Every Link Features Two Dog Clips...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s
Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s

Located in London, GB

This Albert chain dates back to the 1900s. Crafted from 9 carat rose gold each of the graduating links is individually hallmarked. This lovely Victorian piece is 16 inches long and e...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain
Antique Victorian Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain

Antique Victorian Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 karat rose gold double Albert watch chain; part of our antique jewelry/estate jewelry collections This impressive double Albert watch chain...

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Fancy Link, Watch Chain
Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Fancy Link, Watch Chain

Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Fancy Link, Watch Chain

Located in NEWARK, GB

A heavy and chunky antique Victorian era, fancy link silver Albert chain. Nice chunky engraved and embossed bar links intercepted with big faceted rolo links and further smaller emb...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian 9ct Trombone link Albert Chain, c.1900s
Victorian 9ct Trombone link Albert Chain, c.1900s

Victorian 9ct Trombone link Albert Chain, c.1900s

Located in London, GB

Crafted in 9ct yellow gold, this albert chain dates to the turn of the 20th century. Weighing 40 grams this solid gold chain is 21″ long and features elongated trombone links amidst ...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Fob
Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Fob

Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Fob

Located in NEWARK, GB

An attractive antique, Victorian era sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain. Lovely chunky silver, graduated curb links with a dog clip fastener to one end and a large jump rin...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

French Antique Albert Chain Necklace, circa 1900s
French Antique Albert Chain Necklace, circa 1900s

French Antique Albert Chain Necklace, circa 1900s

Located in London, GB

An extremely rare Albert chain necklace dating back to the 1900's. The necklace has a small French hallmark on the clasp and measures 17" in total. The trombone links are made of pla...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Albert Chain Necklace in 9k Rose Gold
Vintage Albert Chain Necklace in 9k Rose Gold

Vintage Albert Chain Necklace in 9k Rose Gold

Located in London, England

An extremely stylish vintage Albert chain necklace set in 9k rose gold. The Albert chain is an iconic statement piece of jewellery, popularised by Prince Albert in the mid 1800’s. T...

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain with T Bar
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain with T Bar

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain with T Bar

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This 9ct gold double Albert can obviously be worn as an Albert but it is long enough to be worn as a necklace too! There is a t-bar at the centre of the chain and at both ends there ...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Chain, Sheffield, 1880s
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Chain, Sheffield, 1880s

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Chain, Sheffield, 1880s

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique Victorian 18kt yellow gold albert chain. Made in Sheffield, England Circa 1880's Each link hallmarked 18kt gold & Sheffield town stamp Dimensions - Length x Width : 46 x 0....

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link

Located in NEWARK, GB

An attractive antique, late Victorian era Albert chain. It is a sterling silver chain, graduating curb link with a dog clip fasteners to one end and a T bar to the other. Each link...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Curb Link 9K Albert Chain W T Bar, 16.5"
Victorian Curb Link 9K Albert Chain W T Bar, 16.5"

Victorian Curb Link 9K Albert Chain W T Bar, 16.5"

Located in Baltimore, MD

An essential for every wardrobe, our C1900 9K handcrafted Albert curb link chain has it all; a chain includes with 2 dog clips, an inch of extra chain with a ring attached (from whi...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold

Antique Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Heavy, Victorian
Antique Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Heavy, Victorian

Antique Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Heavy, Victorian

Located in NEWARK, GB

An attractive antique, Victorian era, sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain. Nice chunky graduated curb links with a dog clip fastener to one end and a sterling silver t bar. ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Rose Gold Albert Chain, Sheffield, circa 1890s
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Rose Gold Albert Chain, Sheffield, circa 1890s

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Rose Gold Albert Chain, Sheffield, circa 1890s

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique Victorian 18kt rose gold albert chain. Made in Sheffield Circa 1890's Maker: M&M Every individual link is hallmarked. Dimensions - Full Length: 43.5 cm Chain Width: 0.75 cm...

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Antique 1890s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

9 Karat Victorian Chunky Multi-Link Albert Chain, 14.5", circa 1880
9 Karat Victorian Chunky Multi-Link Albert Chain, 14.5", circa 1880

9 Karat Victorian Chunky Multi-Link Albert Chain, 14.5", circa 1880

Located in Baltimore, MD

A wonderful chain to add to your wardrobe, our 9K Albert chunky multi link chain has 2 dog clips and a T BAR so you can clip on your favorite pendant or two and change them out as fr...

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Antique 1850s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold

Antique Victorian 9 Karat Rose Gold Albert Chain, T Bar, c1900
Antique Victorian 9 Karat Rose Gold Albert Chain, T Bar, c1900

Antique Victorian 9 Karat Rose Gold Albert Chain, T Bar, c1900

Located in NEWARK, GB

A gorgeous antique Victorian era 9 karat Rose gold Albert chain or watch chain. A beautifully made piece, the graduated curb chain is 4mm at the widest point and it has a nice weigh...

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Early 20th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert chain, necklace, Watch chain
Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert chain, necklace, Watch chain

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert chain, necklace, Watch chain

Located in NEWARK, GB

A gorgeous antique 9kt Rose gold Albert chain or watch chain. It has beautiful elongated curb links with a light rosey overtone, each individually stamped for 9kt gold, these stretc...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Albert Watch Chain (1881)
Antique Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Albert Watch Chain (1881)

Antique Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Albert Watch Chain (1881)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold Albert watch chain; part of our antique chains and estate jewelry collections.

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Antique 1880s English Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Antique Heavy 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar
Antique Heavy 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar

Antique Heavy 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

Antique Heavy 9ct Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar Two dog clips and each link stamped!! The perfect double Albert chain!! The item comes without the box in the photo bu...

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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Curb Link, Watch Chain Necklace
Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Curb Link, Watch Chain Necklace

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Curb Link, Watch Chain Necklace

Located in NEWARK, GB

A handsome antique, late Victorian era 9kt Rose gold Albert chain. A classic and timeless curb link chain with double dog clip fasteners and a free running antique gold t bar.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

9ct Rose Gold Victorian Birmingham Marked 1894 18 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain
9ct Rose Gold Victorian Birmingham Marked 1894 18 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain

9ct Rose Gold Victorian Birmingham Marked 1894 18 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1894 Makers Mark L W & C Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Victorian era Albert chain that was previously use...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

9 Karat Victorian Chunky Multi Link Albert Chain with 2 Dog Tags, 16.5"
9 Karat Victorian Chunky Multi Link Albert Chain with 2 Dog Tags, 16.5"

9 Karat Victorian Chunky Multi Link Albert Chain with 2 Dog Tags, 16.5"

Located in Baltimore, MD

A wonderful chain to add to your wardrobe, our 9K Albert chunky multi link chain has 2 dog clips which attach to each other and a T BAR. The T Bar is stamped 9C. Each link is individ...

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Antique 1850s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 20 1/2 Inch Rolo Link Albert Chain
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 20 1/2 Inch Rolo Link Albert Chain

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 20 1/2 Inch Rolo Link Albert Chain

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1890 This exquisite 9ct gold-stamped Victorian rolo link Albert chain is a true masterpiece that will elevate any outfit. The ch...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Albert Watchchain
Antique Gold Albert Watchchain

Antique Gold Albert Watchchain

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W 0.32 in L 16 in

Antique Gold Albert Watchchain

Located in Baltimore, MD

Handsome Victorian watch chain, also called an Albert, in 15K yellow gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Necklaces

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15k Gold

Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar
Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar

Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This delightful 9ct gold chain has a loop holding a small piece of chain and a t-bar which slides along the length. The chain itself is intricate and has a bar link in between every ...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Antique Victorian 48g 9K Yellow Gold Curb Link Albert Chain with Dog Clips
Antique Victorian 48g 9K Yellow Gold Curb Link Albert Chain with Dog Clips

Antique Victorian 48g 9K Yellow Gold Curb Link Albert Chain with Dog Clips

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

A Victorian yellow gold watch chain, comprising curb links, two dog clips, and a T-bar, in 9 karat yellow gold. This luxurious chain is crafted in yellow gold throughout. It is very...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, 17 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, 17 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, 17 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1880 Makers Mark JKS Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Victorian era Albert chain that was previously used as a pocket watch chain.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Curb Link Double Dog Clip Albert Watch Chain Necklace & Medal
Antique 9ct Gold Curb Link Double Dog Clip Albert Watch Chain Necklace & Medal

Antique 9ct Gold Curb Link Double Dog Clip Albert Watch Chain Necklace & Medal

Located in Henderson, NV

Antique 9ct rose gold Albert chain necklace with two dog clips, a T-bar and a medal. Each curb link on the chain is individually hallmarked for 9ct gold. The dog clips and T-bar hav...

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Early 20th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Victorian 18 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain with T Bar
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Victorian 18 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain with T Bar

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Victorian 18 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain with T Bar

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Hallmarked London 1882 Makers Mark G J Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Victorian-era Albert chain- previously used as a pocket watch cha...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Gold Albert or Watch Chain
Antique Gold Albert or Watch Chain

Antique Gold Albert or Watch Chain

Located in Baltimore, MD

Victorian 15K gold Albert or watch chain can hang a man's pocket watch or grace the neck of a lady, who can enhance it by adding a pendant. The chain measures 14 3/4" long.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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15k Gold

Antique Albert Watch Chain of 9ct Gold
Antique Albert Watch Chain of 9ct Gold

Antique Albert Watch Chain of 9ct Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

Antique 9ct Gold Albert Watch Chain with Floral Slide (Circa 1890–1900) A fine example of late Victorian elegance, this antique Albert watch chain dates to circa 1890–1900 and showc...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Rose Gold Double Albert Chain
Vintage 9 Carat Rose Gold Double Albert Chain

Vintage 9 Carat Rose Gold Double Albert Chain

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

A fine vintage double Albert chain joined with a drop link and ended with a pair of superb dog-clips. Modelled in 9 carat rose gold. Length: 40cm

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Mid-20th Century British High Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

9 Carat Rose Gold Albert Curb Link Chain, circa 1890
9 Carat Rose Gold Albert Curb Link Chain, circa 1890

9 Carat Rose Gold Albert Curb Link Chain, circa 1890

Located in Baltimore, MD

An essential chain for every wardrobe, our C 1890 9K handcrafted Albert curb link chain has it all. The chain includes with 2 nice sized dog clips, an inch of extra chain with a ring...

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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Rose Gold

15K Double Fetter Link and Love Knot Link Albert Chain, 17.8"
15K Double Fetter Link and Love Knot Link Albert Chain, 17.8"

15K Double Fetter Link and Love Knot Link Albert Chain, 17.8"

Located in Baltimore, MD

Authentic Victorian 15K Albert Link Chain with original T BAR and dog clips from which to attach your favorite locket or pendant. Every link is stamped 15 625, indicating English her...

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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 9kt Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link
Antique 9kt Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link

Antique 9kt Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link

Located in NEWARK, GB

A gorgeous antique 9 karat yellow gold curb link watch chain or Albert chain, this is a longer length so could be used as a necklace. It has slightly graduated rich yellow, solid go...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Victorian Albert Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact victorian albert necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 9k Gold and Rose Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect victorian albert necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. A victorian albert necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Carnelian versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our victorian albert necklace for sale are for women, but there are 44 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Victorian Albert Necklace?

The price for a victorian albert necklace starts at $397 and tops out at $11,474 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,613.

A Close Look at Victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Chain-necklaces for You

Vintage chain necklaces can make a statement on their own. What’s better than eye-catching chains of yellow gold or subtle silver to accessorize with everything from a designer evening dress to a comfortable sweatshirt?

Personal ornament in general has been around for eons. Ancient Egyptians designed jewelry and wore necklaces, rings and other accessories, and the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber in 1922 had the greatest impact on Art Deco jewelry. When chain necklaces first took on some visibility in ancient civilizations, these items weren’t exactly democratic.

Chain necklaces were accessories that were relegated strictly to royal families and the upper class. In ancient times, pendant necklaces conferred prestige, for example. Wealthy Greeks and Romans opted for gold and silver necklaces that featured ornate pendants and semiprecious stones. By the Renaissance period, the pendant had replaced the brooch as the most worn type of jewelry. Pendant necklaces were commonplace, or pendants were simply strung on long gold chains.

Thankfully, jewelry became more accessible over time. And trends have come and gone, but the popularity of chain necklaces today owes in part to hip-hop culture. Big, chunky gold chains and diamond necklaces were the order of the day in publicity shoots and on album covers for rappers in the early 1980s onward, and a gold chain is still a mainstay in the ever-evolving and broadening hip-hop culture as we know it.

In our modern era, a number of chain-link necklaces are trending, worn alone or layered. The stylish links that have passed the test of time include oval links, paper-clip chains and more. The best way to discover your perfect fit is to zero in on a particular name and type of link.

While it was once key to accessorizing for a formal event, a vintage chain necklace now adds a fresh dynamic to any outfit at any time of day. Find yours on 1stDibs.